Free Preschools near Saddle River, NJ

Free Preschool Program

Free Preschool Program

After Care Program

After School Program

Great Futures start with great communities. At the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton children grow to be their best selves. After School at the Club starts with a warm welcome, and includes homework help, gym, arts, STEM Lab, the Game room, community service, cooking, swimming, and so much more!

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Before and After Care Program

Free Preschool Program

Nubes de Colores

We have a fully curriculum with learning activities, recreation time at the park, pick up after school, paint program, sensorial activities and much more

Gingerbread House

Gingerbread House at the Boys & Girls Club of Clifton has served generations of local families with high quality pre-school and the positive youth development values central to the Boys & Girls Club mission. We offer both private pay and CELA funded classrooms.

Pre-K 3

The Pre-K 3 program offers play-based learning with a focus on school readiness, social-emotional growth, and bilingual instruction in English and Spanish. The classroom includes early literacy and math development, art, music, movement, sensory exploration, daily yoga and meditation, and support for children's emotional, social, physical, and academic development.

Nursery School

The Nursery School program uses a play-based, developmentally appropriate curriculum with an emergent approach where children's interests guide their studies. Classroom centers in dramatic play, blocks, writing, art, reading, maker space, science, and movement are facilitated by teachers while children take ownership of their learning.

Pre-K

Yosaira Home Daycare

Professional bilingual childcare program with more than 15 years of experience. We provide a safe, caring educational environment. We follow a bilingual creative curriculum that focuses on learning through interactive activities.

Universal Pre-Kindergarten

The Universal Pre-Kindergarten program uses Creative Curriculum, a teaching approach based on exploration and discovery that targets the specific developmental needs of this age group. Three nutritious meals daily are provided in accordance with USDA nutrition guidelines.

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Preschool

Our specialized preschool curriculum uses rhymes, stories and hands-on activities to encourage those first steps toward building the foundational skills for reading, writing, math, and science.

Pre-Kindergarten

Our Pre-K Program is designed specifically to ensure students are ready to THRIVE in Kindergarten and beyond.

Early Preschool

It’s never too early to start preparing your child to be ready for school, and that’s why our parents—and their children—love our Early Preschool classroom. As a stepping stone to Preschool, our Early Preschool program has a unique, indicator-based curriculum, Learn as We Grow™, designed to address the individual learning needs of 30- to 42-month-old children. We focus on understanding routines and developing independence. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Preschool

For any child, preschool education is an essential step on the path to kindergarten. We want the best for your child and that’s why this program focuses on their personal development with customized curriculum and lesson plans to meet their individual developmental needs. In this classroom, children are given an increasing sense of independence, while also learning how to relate to others through large-group activities which are an essential part of the day. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Preppers

Our Prepper program in Ramsey prepares children for the next stage of learning. This curriculum builds independence, confidence, and supports potty training while bridging toddlers to preschool.

Preschoolers

Our preschool program in Ramsey introduces children to math, science, reading, technology, art, and both shared and independent play while building confidence and school readiness skills.

Early Arts Preschool

Early Arts Preschool prepares children for kindergarten through a balanced, art and play-based approach that builds strong foundations in early literacy, math, science, social skills, and independence that will help them grow confident and ready to thrive.

Early Arts Preschool

Preschool

The BeeCurious Curriculum blends guided discovery with child-led exploration, adapting to children’s interests and knowledge. Classrooms feature diverse learning centers, including dramatic play, STEM, art, literacy, and music. Children enjoy family-style meals, daily group time, and outdoor play twice a day. Hands-on experiences—like observing life cycles—bring learning to life. The BP Read with Me program supports early literacy in small groups, while American Sign Language enhances communication. The curriculum aligns with early learning standards, with parent-teacher conferences held three times yearly.

Pre-K

BeeCurious prepares children for kindergarten through two-week study topics driven by their interests and questions. Literacy is a central focus, supported by dedicated centers, letter and sound games, and sensory writing—without worksheets, emphasizing hands-on, play-based learning. Learning centers transform with each theme, encouraging creativity and child-led play. The BP Read with Me program offers additional literacy support, and American Sign Language reinforces communication. Teachers guide development through observation and tailored challenges, with parent-teacher conferences held three times yearly to support kindergarten readiness.

Preschool

Our preschool program provides your child with rich experiences that are adapted to the developmental needs of each child. Preschool is an exciting (and crucial) time for a child’s academic and social growth. This age sets the stage for the future. That is why we meet the needs of each child. Our classrooms provide a welcoming environment for discovery and exploration that will spark your child’s natural curiosity. Stand out features within our classrooms include students learning from peers as well as the teachers, a unique reading program, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) curriculum, character education and social development. Through hands-on, multi-sensory materials we foster a lifelong appreciation for learning.

Early Preschool

Our Early Preschool teachers partner with you to help your child learn important independent life skills like potty training and hand washing while paying close attention to all aspects of your child’s development.

Preschool Pathways

Our Preschool Pathways program provides a “bridge” between our Early Preschool and Preschool classrooms for children whose birthdays will miss the cutoff date for kindergarten entrance.

Preschool

Our preschool program provides your child with rich experiences that are adapted to the developmental needs of each child. Preschool is an exciting (and crucial) time for a child’s academic and social growth. This age sets the stage for the future. That is why we meet the needs of each child. Our classrooms provide a welcoming environment for discovery and exploration that will spark your child’s natural curiosity. Stand out features within our classrooms include students learning from peers as well as the teachers, a unique reading program, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) curriculum, character education and social development. Through hands-on, multi-sensory materials we foster a lifelong appreciation for learning.

Preschool Program

Preschool

Our preschool program provides your child with rich experiences that are adapted to the developmental needs of each child. Preschool is an exciting (and crucial) time for a child’s academic and social growth. This age sets the stage for the future. That is why we meet the needs of each child. Our classrooms provide a welcoming environment for discovery and exploration that will spark your child’s natural curiosity. Stand out features within our classrooms include students learning from peers as well as the teachers, a unique reading program, STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics) curriculum, character education and social development. Through hands-on, multi-sensory materials we foster a lifelong appreciation for learning.